Sizzling jazz in a great neighborhood returns on Saturday, August 4, 2012
Summer Sizzle is a free, neighborhood festival and features live jazz -- best of local, regional and Chicago musicians -- in a variety of styles: traditional, Latin, swing, Dixieland and even blues.
Summer Sizzle 2012 Entertainment Schedule
| MAIN STAGE (corner of Broadway & Menomonee) | |
| 11am-1pm | Wisconsin Conservatory Jazz Institute Students Two super-talented combos create magic with standard jazz repertoire. |
| 1:30-3:30pm | VIVO RIO Exciting music ensemble revels in contemporary jazz pop and bossa samba sounds. |
| 4-6pm |
Chicago guitarist Keith Scott and his trio tear up the stage with heavy-duty Mississippi and world blues. |
| 6:30-8:30pm |
Faculty sextet from WI Conservatory of Music explores full
range of jazz in signature straight-ahead style. |
| Steve Cole | |
9-11pm |
Saxophonist Steve Cole is one of the most celebrated players in contemporary jazz. With 5 CDs in his catalog, Cole released his new CD, Moonlight, a classic collection of classic pop songs and standards. Captivating rhythms, timeless arrangements.
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| COMMISSION ROW (300 block of North Broadway) | |
| 11am-1pm | Don Lewis Seasoned trumpet master Lewis plays straight-ahead jazz, some with a blues twist or sprinkle of swing. |
| 1:30-3:30pm |
When the fantasitc sextet plays joy-filled Dixieland tunes, parade down the street to a New Orleans beat. |
| 4-6pm |
Groovy vocalist Alison Margaret sends out innovative takes on jazz classics -- modern harmony with improvisation. |
| 6:30-8pm |
Chicago's premier jazz quartet performs upbeat, straight-ahead jazz with plenty of soul. |
| 8:30-10:30pm |
Twist and boogie on Broadway to the hip, high-energy sounds of this 15-piece swing band. Dance! |
| SOUTH PARK (100 block of North Broadway) | |
| 12:30-2:30pm | Dick and Don Eliot Duo Plus One Master guitarist Dick Eliot and superb bassist Don Eliot , plus one, expertly roam jazz archives. |
| 3-5pm |
Clasically trained and soul-inspired jazz vocalist delivers remarkable renditions of favorite tunes. |
| 6-8pm |
Solid pianist Tabs and soulful vocalist Davis perform an evening filled with dynamic jazz. |
| 8:30-10:30pm |
Clasically trained and soul-inspired jazz vocalist delivers remarkable renditions of favorite tunes. |
| NORTH PARK (200 block of North Broadway) | |
| 12-2pm |
Sims on keyboards and Dallas on saxophone celebrate
positive vibes and undiluted jazz funk. |
| 2:30-4:30pm |
Guitarist extraordinaire Grassel and vivacious vocalist Jensen amaze with afternoon of jazz delights. |
| 5-7pm |
Saxophonist Pipkins wows listeners of classic jazz with twists of funk and rock. |
| 8-10pm | Chris Kringel Quartet Kringel and friends send out intense grooves on popular standards and funky originals. |
Parking is available!
In addition to street parking, two parking structures are available for your convenience. Located at 212 N. Milwaukee St. and 225 E. Chicago St.
Interested in sponsoring this neighborhood event?
Your financial support helps keep the Third Ward "sizzlin'"! Contact Executive Director Nancy O'Keefe at 414.273.1173 or via email to discuss sponsorship opportunities!
Interested in being a vendor?
Email your contact information and information about your business to office@historicthirdward.org. Applications are sent out in late May.
